On this Memorial Day, APH thanks the service members and their families who have sacrificed to protect the freedom we enjoy.

Have you ever visited our museum? Well now is your chance! We’re a part of the 2018 Cultural Pass presented by Churchill Downs, a one-of-a-kind program for children of all ages that supports and encourages lifelong learning by providing access to Louisville’s art and cultural institutions. Presented by Churchill Downs in partnership with Metro Louisville, Fund for the Arts, Arts and Culture Alliance, and the Louisville Free Public Library, use the pass at 45 venues for FREE admission. Pass is valid from June 1 - August 11. Visit www.fundforthearts.org/culturalpass to learn more!

Is your business Autism friendly? Today, employees at APH attended an accessibility meeting as part of an accessible city initiative with KMAC. Today’s topic was autism accessibility. Speakers from KMAC Museum, FEAT - Families for Effective Autism Treatment of Louisville, Kentucky Science Center, The Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts, and Kentucky Autism Training Center discussed ways to make organizations and businesses more accessible for people with autism. During the meeting, attendees learned ways to make their organizations/attractions more accessible for people with autism.

Summer is just around the corner, are you ready to get out and play? Here is a list of inclusive sports camps across the country specifically modified to help kids who are blind, visually impaired, deafblind, or have multiple disabilities stay active. Check out our site for further information: http://www.aph.org/physical-education/camps/”

The APH Bowling League competed in their final games last night. Congratulations to our winning team, The Splitters! We’ve had so much fun — thank you to Ten Pin Strike & Spare for hosting.

It's Thursday and that means it's time for another throwback. This week lets take a look at tactile maps. https://bit.ly/2IINh43

Why do birds sit on their eggs? Find out in this week's Quick Tip: https://bit.ly/2IWllcn and to purchase: https://bit.ly/2s4hnVb

Do you have what it takes to help support the mission and work of the American Printing House for the Blind? We're looking for a Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations, for more information: https://bit.ly/2GIgUwp

We want to hear from you! Last call to enter APH’s 160th Anniversary Writing Contest! Please share this information with anyone you think might be interested in participating. Students and adults who are blind and visually impaired are eligible for cash prizes, as are professionals in the field! The deadline for all entries is June 1, 2018. For more information visit: http://www.aph.org/contest/160th-anniversary-essay/

We had so much fun teaching people to type their names in braille and talking about APH at the Louisville Independent Business Alliance’s Buy Local Fair today. Thank you for having us!

Do the kids in your life need a fun summer activity? Physical activities like sports and outdoor play can often be difficult for children who are blind and visually impaired. Participating in active play and group sports is a great way to stay healthy and build confidence. Check out this list of camps across the country (and a few around the world) for sports camps specifically designed to be safe, educational, and inclusive places to get out and play. Find out which camps are near you or for information on how to start your own: https://bit.ly/2IkOpGH (Video shows a montage of children doing a variety of physical activites)

It's time for our #throwbackthursday post: The Nomad talking touchpad from 1993! https://bit.ly/2L9zdxW